At the Lawrence Hall of Science, campers age 4 through grade 12 do hands-on exploration every day. See times, descriptions, costs, and registration information for over 40 camps, including half-day, full-day, research, and high school–age overnight camp. Subscribe to our eNewsletter to get up to date information on next year’s Summer Camp.

Create a Weekday Class Series for Your Group

Schedule a special program for after-school clubs, scout groups, or play groups. You can arrange workshops at custom times and dates on a wide range of topics for your group of 12–30 children. For more information on how to schedule a customized program for your group, call 510-642-5134 Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Little Explorers Workshops

Winter 2017 Series: Science Explorations

Three Saturdays: January 7, February 4, & March 4
10:00–11:00 a.m.NEW! Three Wednesdays: January 4, February 1, & March 1
3:30–4:30 p.m.

Ages 3–6 with participating adult
$80 ($65 for Members)

Engage in open-ended explorations designed to engage young science explorers as they investigate light waves and color, observe animal behavior, and mix up some cool chemical reactions. What will be your favorite science exploration?

Spring 2017 Series: Science Detectives

Three Saturdays: April 1, May 6, & June 3
10:00–11:00 a.m.NEW! Three Wednesdays: March 29, May 3, & May 31
3:30–4:30 p.m.

Ages 3–6 with participating adult
$80 ($65 for Members)

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Join us as we uncover the science involved in gathering and testing evidence. We will investigate chemical reactions and unearth the secrets of rocks and minerals. Like any great science detectives, we will make observations and perform tests using fun and interesting science tools.

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We Want to Hear From You

We are interested to know what you like about our classes and camps and how we can serve you better. Please let us know what you think. Thank you for your thoughts and suggestions!

Homeschool Classes

Helping homeschooling parents support their children's science learning is important to us. Our homeschool classes engage students in experimenting, developing ideas, and working together as they learn and build new skills.

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November 16 | Dry Ice Exploration
In this frosty, bubbly workshop, dry ice inspires students to create their own questions and investigations of phase changes.

January 18 | Engineering: Linkage Lab
Students are introduced to engineering as they explore the role of force and motion in designing mechanical animations. Using two dimensional mechanical linkages they create mechanisms with specific movements. They integrate engineering and art to create their own mechanical animations.

February 15 | Amazing Brain
Students examine real brains from animals such as birds, reptiles, small mammals, and even a human. They learn which brain parts are responsible for processing sensory information, enabling thought, and controlling bodily functions. The students observe sensory behavior of live animals and design experiments to test which sense an animal relies on most. All brain specimens are preserved and nontoxic. Respect for animals is emphasized.

March 15 | Patterns: Earth, Sun and Stars
The sun comes up every day, so how is one day different from the next? What about the Moon and stars? We can see them every night, but are they always the same? Our planetarium lets students answer these questions like scientists—they observe, make predictions, and consider explanations for what happens.

April 19 | Engineering: Artbots
Students are introduced to engineering, circuitry and motion as they go through iterative prototyping to build and test LEGO artbots. They observe and compare how their motorized contraptions perform and discuss their design process.

May 17 | Biomimicry
Come learn about the interdisciplinary science of biomimicry—where biology and engineering combine forces! This session will help students gain knowledge about animals and their special adaptations and how we as humans use these special adaptations as inspiration for innovation.

Create a Class Series for Your Group

Schedule a program for your group of 12–30 children. You can arrange workshops at times and dates that suit your needs. Learn more about our Programs for Schools and Community Groups. To schedule, call 510-642-5134 Mon.–Fri., 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

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Winter Camp policies

Winter Camp Cancellations
A refund, less $20 cancellation fee, will be issued only if your cancellation request is made at least 2 weeks before the first day of class. No refunds will be given after that time. Please choose your classes carefully. If a class does not reach its minimum enrollment it may be cancelled. You will be notified at least five days before the starting date if this is the case and your tuition will be fully refunded.

Transfers
Transfers within the same type of program must be made before the first day of class. A $20 processing fee will apply for each transfer between class per child. Does not apply to Winter Camp offerings.

Camp Immunization Requirement
The State of California is now requiring up-to-date immunization and tetanus records be submitted to Lawrence Hall of Science at UC Berkeley for each camp participant. Therefore proof of immunization needs to be submitted in order to attend camp. Up-to-date immunization and tetanus documentation should be submitted for each registered child through CampDoc.com, at minimum, four weeks prior to the child’s first day of camp. You will automatically receive an email from the system after you register. Refunds will not be issued to those who do not meet this requirement. See additional immunization details on the Winter Camp page.